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Surplus Military Powder...any suitable for .308?

Re: Surplus Military Powder...any suitable for .308?

Wideners did have some pull down IMR 4895. That powder was made especially for 308. For many years it was used as the main powder for all 308 military loads. I'm not sure what they have now.
 
Re: Surplus Military Powder...any suitable for .308?

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Balkandom</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I saw that 844T and 846T that Pat's has, have never used any of it. Anyone have any experience with it </div></div>

I use both of 'em. The slower version I use for plinking loads in 308 to 30-06 size case capacities with 150gr bullets and for heavy bullets (75gr) in 223

I use the faster stuff in 204 Ruger, 223, 6x45 and very light bullets in 30-06.

All of the powders are nicely consistent. I get STELLAR results from WC846T in the 204 Ruger with 40gr Vmax
 
Re: Surplus Military Powder...any suitable for .308?

WCC 844 works okay for .308. It is comparable with H335. Roughly. Confirm load data for yourself.

I have used it in a few hundred rounds with 147-gr FMJBTs.
 
Re: Surplus Military Powder...any suitable for .308?

Jerbe, thanks for the number, I called them today and they hooked me up. They also have 175gr SMK's (Pulled) for $120/k, I jumped on that one too.
 
Re: Surplus Military Powder...any suitable for .308?

"long range match" RE15 load data. I cant find a "w___" number on the jug. I've been using it for months in .223, 7-08, and .308. I performs like RE15 in all. I dont remember the cost, made a group buy with some local fellas.